A G5 with TMI

[sdcr]

This bike is a few hours away from me, but I am interested. Wish the CL ad had a few more details, and maybe a photo.

https://hartford.craigslist.org/mcy/d/moto-guzzi/6464273202.html

[rodekyll]

You're interested in a $6500 G5 that has no pictures or information at all?  I don't believe you.

[fotoguzzi]

 :afro:LoL😂

[sdcr]

I had a 1979 G5 many years ago, wish I didn't sell it. yeah, I am interested in finding out more details about the bike.

I don't really care if you believe me.   

You're interested in a $6500 G5 that has no pictures or information at all?  I don't believe you.

[Idontwantapickle]

6500 bucks, no description and no photos. Not a chance. That guy is just trolling for a victim.

[rodekyll]

I had a 1979 G5 many years ago, wish I didn't sell it. yeah, I am interested in finding out more details about the bike.

I don't really care if you believe me.   

Alrighty.  It won't be the most unlikely thing I've heard today.   

I think Matteo knows of a G5 for sale at about 20% of that cost.  It was under a tarp in Anchorage last I heard.

[radguzzi]

John,
Not a G5 however, this Convert has been on NH CL for ever, well months anyway.  It appears to be a bit more tatty than the asking price would warrant in my opinion but hey, Verts are kinda cool in a weird way.

Best,
Rob

https://nh.craigslist.org/mcy/d/1978-moto-guzzi-v1000-auto/6447705395.html








 

[sdcr]

Rob,

Thanks, yeah, I have noticed that one. The converts are interesting bikes, but I am a shifty guy, always have been. 

John,
Not a G5 however, this Convert has been on NH CL for ever, well months anyway.  It appears to be a bit more tatty than the asking price would warrant in my opinion but hey, Verts are kinda cool in a weird way.

Best,
Rob

https://nh.craigslist.org/mcy/d/1978-moto-guzzi-v1000-auto/6447705395.html

[JohninVT]

I've been mildly interested in a Convert for years and I might go take a look at the one in Loudon this weekend.  I don't think I could bring myself to pay more than 1500 though since it's a 600lb scooter.     

[rodekyll]

You might want to read up on Converts before you go to Loudon.  If you're expecting it to be a 600# scooter you're going to be disappointed.

[JohninVT]

You might want to read up on Converts before you go to Loudon.  If you're expecting it to be a 600# scooter you're going to be disappointed.

I was trying to be a little bit funny.  I know it’s a lot more than that.  However, the novelty of it is what appeals to me.

[chuck peterson]

I've seen that new hampster  ad for several YEARs now at that same price....

I'd pay that if it was clean, dry, running right, well cared for. Beats picking up a scorched one and dropping $2-3k, or several months not watching tv to get it to good shape

Only 15k on a bike that's gone a documented million miles....where has the red suspenders crowd gone?

[chuck peterson]

This bike is a few hours away from me, but I am interested. Wish the CL ad had a few more details, and maybe a photo.

https://hartford.craigslist.org/mcy/d/moto-guzzi/6464273202.html

Based on the location that bike might be in very good hands...that's sorta a pricey neighborhood. 50/50 odds of "I'll give you $500 for the carcass..." Or....it's worth $20k with all the upgrades and they just want to clean out the garage...

Don't think it's anyone we know from the CT cohort...

[blackcat]

"Paint ext."

I hate having to pay extra for the paint.

[sdcr]

I contacted the seller through CL link, with a several specific questions, about current road worthiness, needs, ownership history, etc.
Here is the response...

"built 79 title 80
has electronic ing
is registered now good title
did tires paint exhaust seat,gage display,signals
was police bike
i have not had the motor apart the oil was clear when i got it
mileage is unkown

Lost pic's I took these with it in a small shed Russ"